2. When the narrator switches story lines after discussing the logistics of Amanda's hospitalization, in what state is he and Amanda?
(a) Interrogation within a secret society.
(b) Exile.
(c) Protective custody.
(d) Jail.

3. Why do the rednecks at the bar disapprove of the circus?
(a) They do not approve of the circus as entertainment.
(b) They believe they are dealing drugs to the populace.
(c) They believe they are practicing Satanists.
(d) They find hippies to immoral.

4. Even though Marx finds it hard to take John Paul seriously, what does the scientist admit about the magician?
(a) John Paul is incredibly impressive and charismatic.
(b) John Paul loves his family more than life itself.
(c) John Paul is incredibly passionate.
(d) John Paul is the smartest man he had ever met.

5. Which of John Paul and Amanda's friends also befriended Marx Marvelous, leading the man to seek out the couple?
(a) Nearly Normal Jimmy.
(b) Baba.
(c) Smokestack Lightening.
(d) Plucky Purcell.

6. Aside from his renowned sculptures, for what else did Zimmer have a stellar reputation?
(a) Inducing hallucinations.
(b) Drumming.
(c) Dancing.
(d) Singing.

7. What possession that belongs to the magician is found in Miami at the beginning of this novel?
(a) Hat.
(b) Suitcase.
(c) Cape.
(d) Car.

8. Where is the mysterious symbol on Amanda's body?
(a) Her hand.
(b) Her breast.
(c) Her cheek.
(d) Her back.

9. Who is the head of the secret society of monks?
(a) Father Distberg.
(b) Father Amnel.
(c) Father O'Dell.
(d) Father Gutstadt.

10. What type of vegetation is common to the area in which John Paul and Amanda settle, much to their delight?
(a) Sunflowers.
(b) Apples.
(c) Mangos.
(d) Mushrooms.

11. What does Marx believe about John Paul and Amanda in regards to religion?
(a) They are the bringers of a new spirituality.
(b) Baby Thor could grow up to be a priest with their influence.
(c) They could change the world with their marriage.
(d) They could subvert Christianity.

12. What is the rooster's name?
(a) Cluck-Cluck.
(b) Big Paint.
(c) Del Rio.
(d) Roosterio.

13. What comprises John Paul Ziller's normal attire?
(a) Loin cloth.
(b) Shaman's headdress.
(c) Bone armor.
(d) Cut off blue jeans.

14. Fill in the blank: the name "Marx" was chosen by Marx Marvelous because it triggered America's hatred of _______.
(a) Misspelled names.
(b) Communism.
(c) Comedy.
(d) Jewish men from New York.

15. Why are the men impressed with Plucky Purcell?
(a) Plucky is very rich.
(b) Plucky is a heavy drinker.
(c) Plucky was a college football hero.
(d) Plucky has a baboon as a companion.